Dill Braised Endive (Krondillbräserade endiver)

Swedish Vegetable Recipes

2 heads endive 1 sprig dill 1/2 Tbsp. dill seed 1/2 c. white wine 3/4 c. water oil salt and pepper to taste croutons for garnish

Fresh green dill and bitter endive make a lovely dish. A great accompaniment for ham. Yield: serves 4 Split the endive heads lengthwise. Chop the dill weed. In a skillet (with a lid), heat a little oil. Brown endive on the cut side. Add the dill weed and dill seed. Pour in the wine and water. Add salt and pepper. Place a lid on the skillet and braise for 10 minutes. Remove the endive from the pan and place onto a plate. Cook down the drippings until reduced. Pour over the endive before serving. Garnish with croutons.

Submitted by Gretchen Grant
Contributed on: Monday September 17th, 2007 and modified on Monday September 17th, 2007